Prototype & Signal Analysis Intern — Embedded Systems

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks an inquisitive engineering intern to move problems from algorithm to fielded prototypes in signal processing and embedded systems. You will work with FPGAs, microcontrollers, and sensors to evaluate performance on prototype hardware.

Eligible candidates are pursuing a degree in EE/CS/Physics/Math with a minimum 3.0 GPA, fluent in Python/Matlab/C/VHDL, and capable of attaining an Interim Secret security clearance with US citizenship.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or similar degrees with a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Proficient in Python, Matlab, C, C++, or VHDL
• Strong communication skills and ability to connect with technical teams and leaders
• Able to obtain Interim Secret level clearance by start date and ultimately Top Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Leverage embedded technologies including FPGAs and microcontrollers to integrate sensors such as radio navigation receivers, software defined radios, or IMUs
• Implement sophisticated signal processing algorithms for various types of communication, telemetry, and radio navigation sensors
• Use analytical and scientific programming to assess performance of fielded and prototype systems
• Deploy algorithms to prototype systems and analyze their performance

Skills

Python

C/C++

Matlab

VHDL

Communication

Education

B.S./M.S. in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

FPGAs

Microcontrollers

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks an inquisitive engineering intern to move problems from algorithm to fielded prototypes in signal processing and embedded systems. You will work with FPGAs, microcontrollers, and sensors to evaluate performance on prototype hardware.

Eligible candidates are pursuing a degree in EE/CS/Physics/Math with a minimum 3.0 GPA, fluent in Python/Matlab/C/VHDL, and capable of attaining an Interim Secret security clearance with US citizenship.